The body of John Convey, 53, from Gillingham, was found just before 11.30pm on Thursday...

Published: 5:26 pm July 18, 2023
Updated: 8:08 am October 8, 2025
A CCTV image of a man has been released which shows him in the days before he was found deceased in Gillingham – UKNIP

The body of John Convey, 53, from Gillingham, was found just before 11.30pm on Thursday 13 July 2023 on a grass verge in Lower Twydall Lane.

Officers from Kent Police’s Major Crime Unit are investigating Mr Convey’s death which is currently being treated as suspicious. His cause of death remains unknown at this time.

Detective Chief Inspector, Kathleen Way, said: ‘We have taken the unusual step of releasing an image of Mr Convey in the hope that someone will see his photo and may remember seeing him. We are working to trace his last movements and want to talk to anyone who has information, no matter what it is.

‘We are still unsure as to how he came to be in that location and are really keen to talk to any pedestrians or motorists who saw him between 4pm and 11.30pm in Twydall or the surrounding area.’

Anyone with dashcam, doorbell or mobile phone footage, or CCTV is also asked to get in touch with Kent Police and can do so by following this link.

Alternatively, you can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete their online form and quote reference: 13-1805.

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